Rabbi Jacob ben Meir • Jacob Tam
Rabbeinu Tam
Era of the RishonimRabbeinu Tam (Rabbi Jacob ben Meir), one of the foremost Tosafists and a grandson of Rashi, was regarded as the preeminent sage of his generation. He authored Sefer HaYashar, containing halakhic rulings and responsa, as well as Tefillah Lechol Pa'am VaRega.
Biography
Rabbeinu Tam (Rabbi Jacob ben Meir), one of the foremost Tosafists and a grandson of Rashi, was regarded as the preeminent sage of his generation. He authored Sefer HaYashar, containing halakhic rulings and responsa, as well as Tefillah Lechol Pa'am VaRega.
Life Story
Childhood
He was a grandson of Rashi and the son of Rabbi Meir.
Teachers
Rashi and his father, Rabbi Meir.
Students
The Tosafists.
Family
A grandson of Rashi; his brother was the Rashbam.
Key Events
His leadership of the Tosafists, the assembly of the rabbis of France and Lorraine, and the composition of Sefer HaYashar.
Influence
The Tosafists continued in his path in their interpretation of the Talmud.
Death
He passed away in Ramerupt.
Writings
Sefer HaYashar
Halacha
Responsa and halakhic rulings.
Tefillah Lechol Pa'am VaRega
Prayer
An organized collection of prayers and blessings.
His Way and Views
Torah Study
He sharpened and refined the method of interpretation in Tosafot.
Halacha
Sefer HaYashar.
Ethics
Honor for Torah scholars.
Character
Resolute, wise, and a leader.
Public Role
He led the Jews of France during a difficult period.
Famous Quotes
"Anyone who demeans a Torah scholar has no share in the World to Come."
Students
Teachers
Timeline
Birth
Passing